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Quiz 1
Question 1:
_______.
 1700’s
 1800’s
 1900’s
Ben Franklin lived in the
Question 4:
Glasses.
 True
 False
Ben Franklin invented Bifocal
Question 5:
Ben Franklin was an advocate
for public building safety codes.
 True
 False
Question 2:
What denomination of US
Currency is Ben Franklin’s likeness on?
 20
 50
 100
Question 6:
_______.
 Croatia
 Serbia
 Russia
Question 3:
Which device is Ben Franklin
known to have invented?
 Cotton Gin
 Lightning rod
 Horseless carriage
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Question 7:
Approximately how many
inventions did Nikola Tesla patent?
 300
 700
 1700
400
Question 16:
A well-known invention by
George Westinghouse was _______.
 the air brake
 the light bulb
 turbines
 gas lighting
Question 8:
Nikola Tesla worked with
Thomas Edison and both were long time
advocates of DC power.
 True
 False
Question 17:
George Westinghouse was a
supporter of DC Electricity.
 True
 False
Question 9:
Which electrical power system
did Nikola Tesla end up favoring?
 AC
 DC
Question 18:
The Moving Iron Meter was
developed as what type of instrument?
 Volt meter
 Amp meter
Question 10:
AC means _______.
 Air conditioning
 Alternative current
 Alternating current
 Alternating capacitance
Question 19:
The rapid increase in the use of
electricity at the end of the 1800’s saw a rapid
increase in _______.
 electrical fires
 electrocutions
 electrical poisonings
 birth defects
Question 11:
Thomas Edison lived in the
_______.
 1700’s
 1800’s
 1800’s – 1900’s
 1900’s
Question 20:
As a result, the first _______
was formulated in 1897.
 Electrical Fire Code
 National Electrical Code
 Fire Safety Code
 Electrical Poisoning Code
Question 12:
Did Thomas Edison develop the
first light bulb?
 Yes
 No
Question 21:
Georg Simon Ohm was able to
define the relationship between voltage, current,
and resistance, which represented the true
beginning of electrical circuit analysis.
 True
 False
Question 13:
After inventing the phonograph,
Thomas Edison worked with George Eastman to
invent _______.
 the light bulb
 the phonograph
 the telephone
 motion pictures
Quiz 2
Question 1:
charge.
 positive
 negative
 neutral
Question 14:
George Westinghouse was
primarily responsible for _______.
 AC power transmission
 DC power transmission
 steam engine development
 telegraphs
An electron has a _______
Question 2:
In a stable atom, the number of
positively charged particles is _______ the
number of negatively charged particles.
 equal to
 greater than
 less than
Question 15:
Approximately how many
patents did George Westinghouse hold?
 236
 2854
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Question 3:
The positively charged particle
of an element is _______.
 an atom
 an electron
 a proton
 a neutron
 none of the answers provided
Copper wire
Gloves
Glass
Question 10:
Corrosion on the terminal is not
desired because it _______.
 1. acts as an insulator, creates resistance
which results in heat at the terminal
 2. discolors the wire’s insulation
 3. makes a system look old
 4. allows too much electricity to flow
Question 4:
The center of the atom, the
nucleus, is made up of the following: _______.
 A. Electrons
 B. Protons
 C. Neutrons
 D. All of the answers provided
 E. Only B and C
Question 11:
Like charges _______.
 repel
 attract
 have no effect on each other
 none of the answers provided
Question 5:
The electrons in the outer shell
are known as _______.
 valence electrons
 outer orbit electrons
 M3 level electrons
 none of the answers provided
Question 12:
Which ways can electricity be
produced?
 Chemical (batteries)
 Thermal
 Photo-electric
 Magnetically generated
 All of the answers provided
Question 6:
Materials that easily move
electrons are _______.
 conductors
 insulators
 resistors
 all of the answers provided
Question 13:
The ANODE in a battery is
_______.
 positively charged
 negatively charged
 neutrally charged
Question 7:
Atoms that have received an
extra electron are known as _______.
 depleted atoms
 charged atoms
 overcharged atoms
 full atoms
Question 14:
The CATHODE in a battery is
_______.
 positively charged
 negatively charged
 neutrally charged
Question 8:
If a positive and negative body
are joined together by a copper wire, the
following would happen:
 An atomic explosion.
 Nothing.
 Electrons would move in the wire from the
negative charged body to the positive
charged body.
 Electrons would move in a wire from the
lower charged body to the higher charged
body.
Question 15:
An alkaline battery would use
_______ as a base.
 alklinous
 sulfuric acid
 formic acid
 potassium hydroxide
Question 16:
A wet cell will have a _______
instead of a paste between the two plates.
 solid
 liquid
 gas
 electromagnetic sponge material
Question 9:
Which of the following is NOT
an insulator?
 Electrical tape
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Question 17:
Which of the above symbols
represents a negative electron or a Cathode?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
does not change
increases
is not influenced by current flow
Question 22:
When a wire is moved through a
magnetic field, electricity will begin flowing in the
wire.
 True
 False
Question 18:
Which of the above symbols
represents a positive proton or Anode?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
Question 23:
When generating electricity, an
armature coil is needed because the coil is
_______.
 a rotating loop of wire
 a stationary loop of wire
 a rotating magnet
 a stationary magnet
Question 19:
Which of the above symbols
represents a battery or direct current?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
Quiz 3
Question 1:
Which of the following is not a
basic part of an electric circuit?
 Fuse
 Source of Power
 Load
 Switch
 Conductors
Question 20:
Magnets are surrounded by
lines of force that are called flux.
 True
 False
Question 2:
The units used to measure
resistance are _______.
 ohms
 volts
 amps
Question 21:
As the current increases in a
wire, the strength of the magnetic field _______.
 decreases
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Question 3:
Which of these symbols
represents OHMS?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
3
4
5
Question 5:
Which of these symbols
represents a RESISTANCE HEATER?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
Question 4:
Which of these symbols
represents a MOTOR?
 1
 2
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Question 6:
Which of these symbols
represents LIGHT?
 1
 2
 3
 4
 5
Question 7:
In a series circuit, how many
paths are there for current to flow?
 One path.
 Two separate paths.
 Three separate paths.
Question 8:
In a Parallel circuit, how many
paths are there for current to flow?
 One path.
 Two or more separate paths
Question 9:
 1
 2
 3
A series/parallel circuit is represented by illustration _____.
Question 10:
 1
 2
 3
A parallel circuit is represented by illustration _____.
Question 11:
 1
 2
 3
A series circuit is represented by illustration _____.
Question 12:
 True
 False
A fuse is added to the circuit to help protect the other loads.
Quiz 4
Question 1:
The major proven problem with the transmission of voltages over long distances is
_______.
 transmission lines overheating
 resistance in the wire and resulting voltage drops
 obtaining right of way for access
 magnetic flux lines causing cancer
 vulnerability to terrorist attacks
Question 2:
After power is transmitted from the hydroelectric dam to your home, generally what is the
electrical voltage coming into your home?
 1300 volts
 9 volts
 240 volts
 110 volts
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Question 3:
_____.
 A
 B
 C
 D
 E
The ground buss bar is labeled
Question 7:
_____.
 A
 B
 C
 D
 E
The neutral buss bar is labeled
Question 4:
_____.
 A
 B
 C
 D
 E
The L1 buss bar is labeled
Question 8:
_____.
 A
 B
 C
 D
 E
The 240v breaker is labeled
Question 5:
_____.
 A
 C
 D
 E
 F
The 120v breaker is labeled
Question 9:
How many 120 volt legs enter a
typical home’s power panel?
 1 leg
 2 legs
 3 legs
Question 6:
_____.
 A
 B
 C
 D
 E
The L2 buss bar is labeled
Question 10:
In a typical home’s power panel,
the ground buss and the neutral buss are
connected.
 True
 False
Question 11:
It is good practice to remove the
third or ground prong of a plug from an electric
drill.
 True
 False
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Question 12:
A 240-volt circuit breaker
connects to a single 120-volt leg in typical
homes in the power panel.
 True
 False
O.L.
Ohms
Volts
Question 9:
Water heaters with a rated
circuit load in excess of 3,500 watts at 208 volts
must use a wire no smaller than _______.
 6 AWG
 8 AWG
 10 AWG
 12 AWG
 14 AWG
Quiz 5
Question 1:
Electrical potential is measured
in _____.
 ohms
 volts
 watts
 amps
 none of the answers provided
Quiz 6
Question 1:
In the formula for Ohms Law,
what does the letter E stand for?
 Volts
 Ohms
 Amps
Question 2:
In a water heater, cold water
enters the tank at the _______.
 top
 middle
 bottom
Question 2:
In the formula for Ohms Law,
what does the letter I stand for?
 Volts
 Ohms
 Amps
Question 3:
In a water heater, the hot water
is drawn from what section of the tank?
 top
 middle
 bottom
Question 3:
In the formula for Ohms Law,
what does the letter R stand for?
 Volts
 Ohms
 Amps
Question 4:
Using a volt meter, you will get a
voltage reading when taking a measurement
across an electrical power source.
 True
 False
Question 5:
Using a volt meter, you will get a
voltage reading when taking a measurement
across an electrical load.
 True
 False
Question 6:
When testing for resistance
using a volt/Ohm meter while testing across an
open switch (voltage disconnected), your
reading will be O.L.
 True
 False
Question 4:
Using the above ohms law
formula, write the equation for finding Volts
_______.
 E=IxR
 E=I/R
 E=R/I
Question 7:
When testing a good closed
switch, your reading will be O.L.
 True
 False
Question 5:
Using the above ohms law
formula, write the equation for finding Current
_______.
 I=E/R
 I=ExR
 I=R/E
Question 8:
When testing resistance in a
good heating element, you will get the following
reading from your Volt/Ohm meter.
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Question 6:
Using the above Ohms Law
formula, write the equation for finding
Resistance _______.
 R=E/I
 R=ExI
 R=I/E
Question 4:
A ground connection to a water
pipe must be made within _____ of the entrance
of the pipe to the building.
 1 foot
 3 feet
 5 feet
 8 feet
 10 feet
Question 7:
E = 208 volts, R = 121 ohms, I =
_______
 1.7 amps
 0.58 amps
 25.2 amps
 none of the answers provided
Question 8:
_______
 2.08v
 480v
 208v
 240v
 120v
Quiz 8
Question 1:
A 12 AWG copper wire can
generally be used to carry a maximum of _____.
 10 amps
 12 amps
 16 amps
 20 amps
 30 amps
R = 10 ohms, I= 48 amps, V =
Question 2:
A 10 AWG copper wire can
generally be used to carry a maximum of _____.
 10 amps
 12 amps
 16 amps
 20 amps
 30 amps
Question 9:
Voltage = 120 volts, Amps = 15,
R = _______
 80 ohms
 8 ohms
 1800 ohms
 none of the answers provided
Question 3:
By increasing the diameter of a
wire, more electrons or increased amps, can
flow without the buildup of excessive heat.
 True
 False
Quiz 7
Question 1:
Proper grounding is important
so that _______.
 during a seismic ground shift the equipment
is stationary
 the equipment is always level and plumb
 the equipment does not move from the set
location
 none of the answers provided
Question 4:
A standard plug fuse will fit in an
S type fuse holder.
 True
 False
Question 5:
A standard plug fuse provides
protection from high ampere levels and shortcircuits.
 True
 False
Question 2:
A green wire fastened to metal
parts of equipment means _______.
 the metal parts are electrically connected
 the metal parts are part of the fan circuits
 the equipment and parts are environmentally
safe
 none of the answers provided
Question 6:
The common rating of a circuit
breaker is in _______.
 volts
 ohms
 arch corona rating
 amps
 dielectric strength
Question 3:
The earth can be used as the
only method of grounding conductors or ground
fault current path.
 True
 False
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Question 7:
This is an alternate term for
Romex.
 RM
 NM
 MN
 None of the answers provided
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Question 8:
When installing Romex, the
minimum distance back from the face of the stud
to the routing hole is _____.
 1”
 1-1/4”
 1-1/2”
 2”
Question 16:
Romex is not UV sensitive and
may be installed in situations exposed to
sunlight.
 True
 False
False
Question 15:
Romex may be installed in wet
locations without conduit.
 True
 False
Quiz 9
Question 1:
GFCI means _______.
 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters
 Grounded Facility Circuit Interrupter
 Gross Fluctuation Capacitor Interaction
 None of the answers provided
Question 9:
When installing Romex on a
wooden stud, no extra protection is needed if the
cable is more than 1-1/4” from the face of the
stud.
 True
 False
Question 2:
The year that the National
Electric Code mandated GFCI protection in
houses was _______.
 1993
 1963
 1973
 2003
Question 10:
A protective nail plate should be
at least _______ in thickness.
 1/32 inches
 1/16 inches
 3/32 inches
 1/8 inches
Question 3:
The purpose of a GFCI
_______.
 conserves electricity by interrupting current
flow
 automatically re-sets circuit when power is
interrupted
 instantly interrupts current flow to prevent
shock
 all of the answers provided
Question 11:
Romex must be supported
within _______ of a box.
 6 inches
 8 inches
 12 inches
 16 inches
Question 12:
Romex must be supported at
least every _______.
 1 foot
 3 feet
 4-1/2 feet
 6 feet
 8 feet
Question 4:
GFCI receptacles are required
on all receptacles serving kitchen counter tops.
 True
 False
Question 5:
A GFCI receptacle is required
for a dedicated circuit that only supplies power
for a garbage disposal.
 True
 False
Question 13:
When installing Romex in metal
studs, it is not necessary to install protection for
the cables in the holes.
 True
 False
Question 6:
GFCI receptacles are required
when installed in the garage.
 True
 False
Question 14:
Romex entering or exiting a
power panel or junction box needs to be secured
with cable clamps.
 True
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Question 7:
If work is required on electrical
equipment that has a fused disconnect box,
what is the first step that should be done?
 Protect yourself and put the key to the
lockout in your pocket.
 Turn the disconnect arm or lever to the off
position.
 Check with a voltage pen to verify that
power is off.
 Secure power to the electrical circuit by
locking out the disconnect box.
 Remove the fuses from the disconnect box.
Question 11:
If work is required on electrical
equipment that has a fused disconnect box,
what is the last step that should be done?
 Protect yourself by putting the key of your
lock in your pocket.
 Turn the disconnect arm or lever to the off
position.
 Check with a voltage pen to verify that
power is off.
 Secure power to the electrical circuit by
locking out the disconnect box.
 Remove the fuses from the disconnect box.
Question 8:
If work is required on electrical
equipment that has a fused disconnect box,
what is the second step that should be done?
 Protect yourself and put the key to the
lockout in your pocket.
 Turn the disconnect arm or lever to the off
position.
 Check with a voltage pen to verify that
power is off.
 Secure power to the electrical circuit by
locking out the disconnect box.
 Remove the fuses from the disconnect box.
Question 12:
The 1st step in an electrical
rescue is _______.
 to find the breaker or disconnect and turn
the power off
 to find a dry non-conductive wooden or
fiberglass handle or stick to remove the
electrical wire from the victim
 to call 911 and then apply CPR if needed
 to cover with a blanket to help warm the
victim if conscious or continue with CPR if
unconscious
Question 13:
The 2nd step in an electrical
rescue is _______.
 to find the breaker or disconnect and turn
the power off
 to find a dry non-conductive wooden or
fiberglass handle or stick to remove the
electrical wire from the victim
 to call 911 and then apply CPR if needed
 to cover with a blanket to help warm the
victim if conscious or continue with CPR if
unconscious
Question 9:
If work is required on electrical
equipment that has a fused disconnect box,
what is the third step that should be done?
 Protect yourself and put the key to the
lockout in your pocket.
 Turn the disconnect arm or lever to the off
position.
 Check with a voltage pen to verify that
power is off.
 Secure power to the electrical circuit by
locking out the disconnect box.
 Remove the fuses from the disconnect box.
Question 14:
The 3rd step in an electrical
rescue is _______.
 to find the breaker or disconnect and turn
the power off
 to find a dry non-conductive wooden or
fiberglass handle or stick to remove the
electrical wire from the victim
 to call 911 and then apply CPR if needed
 to cover with a blanket to help warm the
victim if conscious or continue with CPR if
unconscious
Question 10:
If work is required on electrical
equipment that has a fused disconnect box,
what is the fourth step that should be done?
 Protect yourself and put the key to the
lockout in your pocket.
 Turn the disconnect arm or lever to the off
position.
 Check with a voltage pen to verify that
power is off.
 Secure power to the electrical circuit by
locking out the disconnect box.
 Remove the fuses from the disconnect box.
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Question 15:
The 4th step in an electrical
rescue is _______.
 to find the breaker or disconnect and turn
the power off
 to find a dry non-conductive wooden or
fiberglass handle or stick to remove the
electrical wire from the victim
 to call 911 and then apply CPR if needed
 to cover with a blanket to help warm the
victim if conscious or continue with CPR if
unconscious
Question 16:
Metal ladders should be used
while working with electricity.
 True
 False
Question 17:
with electricity.
 True
 False
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